American Glutton

Ready to ditch scale obsession and build a sustainable lifestyle? Ethan sits down with journalist, motivational speaker, and coach Melinda Long to discuss her incredible 120-pound weight loss journey. Melinda shares how overcoming fear sparked a complete life overhaul, leading her to prioritize muscle building and long-term health over a number on the scale. Together, Ethan and Melinda explore the psychological roots of weight loss, navigating family dynamics during major health changes, and the crucial role of women's hormonal health.Want more health insights and updates from Ethan?Sign up for his newsletter at https://ethansuplee.substack.com/subscribe today!SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Welcome Melinda Long00:17 - The Catalyst for a 120-Pound Weight Loss01:50 - Shifting Focus From the Scale to Muscle03:48 - Debunking the Fear of Getting Bulky05:32 - Building Sustainable Habits Beyond Diets07:35 - Addressing the Mental Roots of Obesity11:32 - Managing Shame and Weight Maintenance14:13 - Macro Tracking and Healing Your Relationship With Food16:40 - The Power of Real-Life Community18:18 - Relationship Dynamics and Personal Change20:07 - Communicating Health Goals With Family28:20 - Hormones, Perimenopause, and Women's Wellness

Eager to understand why everyone is suddenly talking about fiber? Ethan sits down with Paige to break down the new food pyramid, why fiber has become such a hot topic, and what actually matters for long-term health. They discuss whole food sources of fiber, whether supplements and gummies are worth taking, the role of protein, complete versus incomplete proteins, and why food labels can be misleading. Ethan also explains how fiber may support satiety, gut health, and overall wellness, while keeping expectations grounded in real-world nutrition. For more insights from Ethan, subscribe to his newsletter: https://ethansuplee.substack.com/subscribeSHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Welcome and a Funny Wedding Ring Story 03:24 Why Fiber Is the New Nutrition Focus 05:23 Does the New Food Pyramid Really Matter? 06:13 The Best Whole Food Sources of Fiber 08:26 Fiber Supplements and Gummies 10:13 Vegetables That Pack More Fiber 11:07 Fiber, Gut Health, and Cancer Risk 14:01 Understanding Protein Labels and Complete Protein 16:14 Comparing Real Nutrition Labels 20:00 What Does "Processed Food" Really Mean? 21:34 How Much Fiber Do You Actually Need? 24:02 Can Fiber Help With Weight Loss? 25:43 Fiber Around Exercise and Recovery 27:09 Whole Foods Versus Convenient Protein Snacks 29:03 Airport Eating and Staying on Track

How do you build lifelong habits that actually stick?In this episode, Ethan sits down with bestselling author Jon Gordon to discuss the profound impact of mindset shifts and small, positive routines. Jon shares insights from his book, The Power of Positive Habits, exploring how to reframe negative defaults, build a connected lifestyle, and focus on sustainable changes over temporary quick fixes. They dive deep into the reality of long-term consistency, moving past comfort, and choosing daily growth.Ready to transform your own routine?Subscribe to Ethan's newsletter for more exclusive health tips: https://ethansuplee.substack.com/subscribeSHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:01:23 - Welcome to American Glutton00:02:16 - The Micro-Habits That Spark Big Changes00:04:31 - The Daily "Thank You" Walk00:05:33 - Reframing Your Perspective on Effort00:07:08 - Mindset and Health Go Hand in Hand00:09:44 - Shifting Identity from "Thin" to "Fit and Strong"00:11:27 - The Danger of Overcomplicating Routines00:14:15` - The Power of Prayer and Meditation00:16:07 - Mastering Your Morning Routine00:17:25 - Why We Tune into Negative Frequencies00:20:45 - The Zone: Connection vs Disconnection00:24:01 - Finding a Higher Power in Community00:28:21 - Positive Discontent vs Complacency00:30:04 - Three Things Every Human Needs to Thrive00:32:17 - Love Tough: Applying Parenting Boundaries to Yourself00:34:54 - The Holistic Reality of Weight Loss Drugs00:39:56 - Downstream Effects and Working with Nature's Design00:43:23 - Episode Outro

Can you actually make weight loss last?Ethan sits down with Paige to unpack the question that frustrates almost everyone who has ever lost weight: how do you keep it off? They discuss why most diets fail after the weight comes off, the difference between dieting and long-term maintenance, the psychology of food rules, calorie awareness, and why sustainable habits matter more than short-term restriction.Ethan also shares what has changed in his own approach and why consistency, not perfection, has made the difference.Subscribe to Ethan's newsletter for more insights: https://ethansuplee.substack.com/subscribe.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Can You Make Weight Loss Last?01:00 - The HCG Diet and Chasing Quick Fixes04:15 - Why Maintenance Is Different From Weight Loss06:00 - Understanding Energy Balance08:15 - Learning to Count Calories11:20 - Regaining Weight and Career Pressures15:20 - When Keto Stopped Working18:20 - Rethinking Carbohydrates20:00 - The Books That Changed Ethan's Perspective22:15 - Diet Coke Myths and Childhood Beliefs25:00 - Food Rules, Guilt, and Letting Go27:00 - Eating Carbs Without Fear29:00 - Building Sustainable Habits for Life30:30 - Final Takeaways

What if the key to better health isn't cutting carbs, but changing how you think about them? Ethan sits down with fitness expert Harley Pasternak to unpack the myths surrounding carbohydrates, fad diets, and sustainable weight loss. Drawing from both science and personal experience, they explore why moderation beats restriction, how fear around food develops, and practical strategies for building healthier eating habits that last. If you're tired of nutrition confusion and looking for a balanced approach, this conversation is for you. Subscribe to Ethan's newsletter for more conversations and insights: https://ethansuplee.substack.com/subscribeSHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Welcome and Why Carbs Get a Bad Reputation03:18 - The Fear of Reintroducing Carbohydrates08:05 - Why Extreme Diets Eventually Fail13:47 - The Psychology Behind Food Restriction19:12 - Building a Sustainable Relationship with Food24:56 - Why Moderation Is So Difficult30:18 - Debunking Common Nutrition Myths36:11 - Practical Habits That Actually Work41:02 - The PATH Method for Balanced Meals47:01 - Moderation as a Lifelong Philosophy

Have you ever wondered what happens to your mindset after undergoing a massive physical transformation? In this episode of American Glutton, Ethan sits down with the legendary Paige Dorian to discuss the unexpected mental hurdles of weight loss, particularly the lingering identity of still feeling like an overweight person. Ethan shares his personal struggles with persistent body image habits and reveals actionable tools, such as choosing positive self-talk and immediate physical action, to overcome negative mental loops. Plus, Ethan answers a listener's question about breaking through a frustrating weight loss plateau. Join the community and dive deeper into the conversation by signing up for Ethan's newsletter here: https://ethansuplee.substack.com/subscribe SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Announcements and Community Substack 00:58 Welcome to American Glutton 01:32 Sitting Down with Paige Dorian 02:21 The Mental Hurdles of Weight Loss 07:43 Coping Mechanisms and Emulating Confidence 15:10 Overcoming the Overweight Identity 17:28 Shifting Out of a Funk Through Activity 19:00 Q&A Section: Jimmy's Weight Journey 20:26 Strategies for Breaking a Weight Loss Plateau 23:52 Episode Wrap-Up and Outro

Have you ever lost weight only to realize your mindset never caught up?In this episode, Ethan sits down with Dr. Amie Hornaman to talk about the part of weight loss people rarely discuss: identity. They explore what happens after the scale changes, why maintaining weight loss can feel harder than losing it, and how old beliefs around food, restriction, carbs, and self-perception can stay long after physical transformation. Ethan also shares personal stories from years of dieting and what finally helped create lasting change.For more thoughts and updates from Ethan, sign up for his newsletter here:https://ethansuplee.substack.com/SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Intro and choosing the real topic02:40 How Ethan made weight loss stick06:30 Why maintaining is harder than dieting14:20 Diet history and chasing quick fixes24:00 Rethinking food rules and calorie awareness30:20 Carb guilt and changing old beliefs36:30 The part of weight loss no one prepares you for39:20 Why identity does not change overnight46:00 Carrying old habits into a new body50:40 Action versus staying stuck in your head53:00 Final reflections and listener questions

In this episode, Ethan sits down with Paige to talk about one of the hardest parts of losing weight: keeping it off. Ethan shares the mindset shift that finally changed things for him, moving away from chasing diets and toward understanding energy balance, maintenance, and long term habits.They talk about years of experimenting with HCG and keto, the unexpected lessons that came from challenging old beliefs about food, and why changing your body does not automatically change the way you see yourself. Ethan also opens up about identity after weight loss, self criticism, and the habits that can stay long after the scale changes.Plus, Ethan answers a listener question about OMAD, protein intake, and how to approach fat loss while preserving muscle.Subscribe to Ethan’s newsletter here: Ethan Suplee NewsletterSHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Introduction02:46 - How I finally made weight loss stick06:28 - Why maintenance is harder than dieting09:56 - Learning energy balance changed everything13:34 - HCG, keto, and years of chasing results18:39 - The gym conversation that shifted my thinking22:35 - Reading Bigger Leaner Stronger and changing approach24:55 - Diet Coke guilt and inherited beliefs about food30:28 - Why results matter more than food rules36:00 - The hidden part of weight loss: identity39:22 - Still feeling like the old version of yourself42:08 - Practical ways to challenge negative self-talk49:44 - Does that feeling ever go away?50:41 - Why action helps more than overthinking53:49 - Listener Q&A: OMAD, protein, and maintaining muscle58:15 - Tips for fitting protein into a limited eating window

Ever wondered if bracing the intense cold could unlock a better version of yourself? Ethan sits down with journalist and author Chris Ballard to explore the chilly world of cold plunges and endurance ice swimming.Moving past the initial weight loss hype, Chris explains the true value of freezing temperatures: building mental resilience by consistently doing hard things. They discuss the massive physiological rush of dopamine, the deep community bonds built through shared physical trauma, and how intentionally putting your body through physical stress acts as a powerful, accessible intervention for mental health.Stay updated on Ethan's journey and get exclusive insights by signing up for his newsletter athttps://ethansuplee.substack.com/subscribe.00:00 Cold Plunge Evolution03:25 Athletic Perspectives and Injury Recovery04:58 Debunking the Weight Loss and Brown Fat Myth09:15 Dopamine Spikes and the Body's Cold Response14:36 The History and Shared Trauma of Ice Swimming25:46 Managing Mental Health with Physical Stress32:40 Low-Impact Advantages for Aging Bodies39:00 Facing Nature, Tides, and Wildlife